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Colts special teams coach Brian Mason injured during preseason game

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 8:02 PM

Last updated Aug 14, 2026

Colts special teams coach Brian Mason injured during preseason game

Summary

During the final play of the Colts’ preseason opener against the Patriots on August 13, 2026, special teams coach Brian Mason suffered a knee injury. As quarterback Riley Leonard attempted a Hail Mary pass, a collision between players knocked Mason down on the sideline, leading to his screaming in pain. Mason received immediate medical attention before being taken to the locker room for evaluation. He returned with the team to Indianapolis, where further assessment of his injury is planned. Head coach Shane Steichen confirmed Mason's injury and noted that his availability for upcoming practices is uncertain.

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•Mason was injured during the Colts’ game against the Patriots.
•The game ended in a 13-13 tie with no overtime.
•He was knocked down by players colliding off the field.
•Mason is receiving further evaluation on his knee injury.
•The Colts' next preseason game is against the Falcons.

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8:02 PMYahoo Sports — Scary scene as Colts’ Brian Mason gets taken out on the final play of the night
8:52 AMNBCSports.com — Colts special teams coach Brian Mason injured knee in sideline collision on final play - NBC Sports

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